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Tips for Hiring A Chicago Pianist

Finding the right pianist in Chicago IL for your special event can be challenging, but Gigmasters makes it fun and easy! Here are five helpful tips for hiring a great piano player in Chicago:

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many Chicago pianists for as you can. Gigmasters has many pianists in Chicago, and most piano players in Chicago have multiple audio and video samples available on their online press kits.

2. Thoroughly read previous client feedback. Many Gigmasters clients who have hired a Chicago piano player have left useful feedback about their experiences.

3. Book early. Professional pianists in Chicago Illinois may need to be booked 6 to 12 months in advance.

4. Get a contract and read it carefully. Many Chicago piano players will also require a deposit in order to secure them.

5. Follow up with your Chicago pianist as often as you need to. You also should be sure to let the pianist know whether you have a piano available at the event venue or not. And be sure to go over your musical selections and genres as well!

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1. Jerri Nance

(45 Reviews)

Location:: Downers Grove, IL (19 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $175-$1000 per event
Member Since:: 2005
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

A full time professional musician with a Masters Degree in Music and over 100 Gigmasters bookings. Piano performance exams during undergraduate and graduate studies. State certified to teach band and additionally certified as a piano tuner/ technician. Currently a pianist at a Von Maur store. Jerri has received store awards for her piano skills and in 2004 she received a store award for being rec... more

2. Mr. Boise Queen

(7 Reviews)

Location:: Oak Park, IL (6 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $175-$600 per event
Member Since:: 2006
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

CHICAGO'S BEST KEPT SECRET! DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE..EXPERIENCE THE PASSION: by an extremely gifted pianist and composer that can perform at a virtuoso concert level. Boise Queen performs jazz & pop standards of the 40's thru 80's; as well as classical, motion picture and broadway soundtracks.Currently is performing at "HOUSE RED" 7403 W. Madison St.Forest Park, IL. on frequent advertised dates a... more

3. Chris Martin

(10 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $75-$125 per hour
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

Chris Martin was the house pianist at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Chicago from 1989 to 2007. He played the tea at the Four Seasons Chicago from 2004 thru 2008. At these venues he has performed for, amongst others, President H. W. Bush, Chinese President Jang Jemin, The Rolling Stones, Billy Joel, Tony Bennett, and Cardinal George. The list is as wide and varied as are the eminent guests who stay at ... more

4. Brian Lloyd Christian

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$800 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

Brian Christian is a classically trained PIANIST and COMPOSER. He holds a Master of Music degree from the Peabody Institute, and specializes in playing for CONCERTS, WEDDINGS and DINNERS. He also performs Frank Sinatra songs and Broadway showtunes, and has extensive experience with church music. He enjoys playing his own compositions and writing new songs for special occasions. ----------------... more

5. #1 most recommended Pianist !!

(4 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2003
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

What do Oprah, Nordstrom's, and The American Medical Association have in common? They all have had versatile full-time professional pianist RICHARD SLADEK perform at their events! Available for corporate/private events & weddings since 1984. Classical Piano degree... Portable piano, flute, strings, jazz trio also available... Former lead pianist of Nordstrom's/Von Maur from 1991-2000!... Als... more

6. Larry Kenzal Chicago Piano Pla...

(4 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$600 per event
Member Since:: 2004
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

Larry Kenzal, Chicago's finest Pianist, has been playing wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, and dinner music for more than twenty five years. Whether playing as a piano soloist or leading his jazz trio, Larry thrills his audience by performing songs with wide audience recognition and appeal. Larry’s style blends contemporary and classical influences creating imaginative renditions of popular cl... more

7. Bill Peterson

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Piano / Piano Chicago

Music from the American Songbook (Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin), in addition to Brazilian and Latin standards, as well as popular American jazz and pop standards are featured in our repertoire; whether a solo pianist, duo, trio or larger ensemble. Please call to discuss your music needs and pricing that fits your budget. We also provide string ensembles, vocal and non-vocal ceremony weddin... more

8. Stephanie Quinn Concert Violin...

(17 Reviews)

Location:: Wilmette, IL (14 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $350-$2400 per event
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Violin / Piano Chicago

For your special day, are you prepared for The Quintessential Experience? Definition of Quin-tes-sen-tial “the purest or most perfect example of …” •You can boast to your friends that your violinist played Carnegie Hall in New York City. Ms. Quinn also plays PIANO, see videos! •We are Union members, the Chicago Federation of Musicians, thus you have this additional protection. •I have over... more

9. Michael Hutchins

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $250-$6500 per event
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Jazz Singer / Piano Chicago

Looking for a best-in-class, high quality Vocalist from the throwback era of the 30's, 40's, 50's and 60's? Get ready to set sail Beyond The Sea with the smoothest voice to hit the stage since Ol' Blue Eyes himself. Whether you are young or Young At Heart you will enjoy every minute of Michael's performance. Some call him Michael and some call him Mike. Fans in Chicago & St. Louis know him as H... more

10. Wellington String Ensembles

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $250-$1100 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Classical Duo / Piano Chicago

The Wellington Strings is a group of professional freelancers in Chicago that performs at special events. Our musicians have performed with the Rembrandt Chamber Players, Concertante di Chicago, and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and have been awarded prizes both nationally and internationally. The Wellington Strings work with each couple to best match the musical atmosphere they want to cr... more

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Please note these Pianists will also travel to Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Forest Park, Hines, Lyons, Riverside, Brookfield, Maywood, River Forest, Summit Argo, Carol Stream, La Grange Park, Bellwood, Bedford Park, Melrose Park, Westchester, Burbank, Bridgeview, Hillside, Hinsdale, Hometown, La Grange, River Grove, Stone Park, Western Springs, Berkeley, Franklin Park, Justice, Norridge